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We are thrilled to join forces with the mighty Orpheus Choir Wellington to present Orff's epic Carmina Burana at the Auckland Town Hall, just one week after our performance in Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre.
The thunderous opening of O Fortuna sets the tone for this unforgettable work, exploring the capricious nature of fate with driving rhythms and vivid choral power. Orff’s settings of medieval texts revel in life’s indulgences, from playful, risqué verses to deeply reflective moments—a vibrant celebration of humanity’s passions and struggles. Opening the concert is Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms, a radiant work that blends Hebrew texts with his unmistakable energy and lyricism. From the tranquil beauty of The Lord is my shepherd to the fiery rhythms of Why do the nations rage, this stunning work captures themes of faith, unity, and joy, creating the perfect prelude to the grandeur of Orff’s masterpiece.
